By Bernard Burt
Need a little lift to get into the swing of summer, but don’t want to spend a fortune? Here are two new places to getaway without breaking the bank:
West Coast: Suncadia Resort, Washington
Pioneers crossing the Cascade Mountains in Washington State discovered coal in a valley along the Cle Elum River. When the mines closed in 1963, a 1,200-acre conservation corridor was created. Miles of hiking and bike trails surround the new Lodge at Suncadia and its adjoining Glade Spring Spa. Built to 3-Star Green certification – the state’s largest resort community to merit LEED designation – the Lodge is family-friendly, with kitchens in most guest rooms. The resort accommodations range from rooms in the B&B to fully-furnished rental residences. The upscale Portals dining room features organic farm and winery products, panoramic views. Steps away, the spa, which will open this summer, celebrates nature: outdoor pools carved from rock for mineral spring soaks, wooden saunas, treatment decks overlook mountain glades, fireside areas invite relaxing. A private women’s garden, complete with a hot outdoor mineral bath and sauna, is ideal for girlfriend getaways.
For more information or reservations, call (866) 904-6300; www.suncadiaresort.com
East Coast: Bear Creek Mountain Resort, Pennsylvania
Just north of Philadelphia, Bear Creek Mountain Resort in Pennsylvania’s scenic Lehigh Valley offers an unbeatable Spa Getaway Package.
For less than $150 per person, a couple can stay overnight at The Inn at Bear Creek (based on double occupancy). The Spa Getaway package ($270.95) includes breakfast for two and $100 credit towards treatments at the resort’s recently opened spa, plus two pairs of slippers and an additional spa gift. Go online to reserve treatments; packages include a healthy lunch plus a glass of wine.
Nestled on 330 lush acres in Berks County, Pennsylvania, Bear Creek Mountain Resort is for nature lovers. Enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, and boating from spring through fall. Originally a ski lodge, expanded facilities will include 116 hotel rooms and suites, as well as indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Dining options include The Grille, Trail’s End Café, and The Mountain Eatery.
For more information or reservations call (866) SKI-AT-BC or visit www.skibearcreek.com
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